Kiona Jacobs-Plain

Kiona is a proud Anishinaabe student from Aamjiwnaang First Nation who honours her roots through powwow dancing, spreading Indigenous awareness, and active community involvement.

A passionate fancy shawl dancer, she celebrates her culture by performing at local and national gatherings, keeping traditions alive through movement and story. Academically, she maintains honours and is currently enrolled in Grade 11 courses focused on law, psychology, and sociology. These subjects reflect her deep interest in justice, mental health, and community safety. Outside of school, Kiona is an athlete who enjoys playing volleyball, softball, badminton, and slo-pitch.

She values staying active and believes that sports are a powerful way to build confidence, leadership, and teamwork in young people. She also balances part-time work as a babysitter, volunteering, attending youth programs, and fundraising initiatives. She cares deeply about causes that uplift Indigenous youth, support mental health awareness, and promote equality within communities. She values wisdom, health, kindness, and cultural pride, believing in the power of education and tradition to empower future generations. Her future goals include attending university to double major in criminology and psychology, completing a co-op program, and eventually working as a 911 dispatcher or criminal investigator. Through her voice, actions, and connection to her culture, she hopes to inspire others to embrace who they are, stand up for what’s right, and make meaningful changes in their communities.